We explore the vital importance of making time for God daily and ensuring your spouse knows they are your second priority, right after God. 

• Making time to read God's word, pray, and listen to Him daily
• The dangers of neglecting your marriage and how it invites temptation
• Reading from Song of Solomon, a book that deserves more attention in churches today
• Comfort from Colossians reminding us Christ is the visible image of the invisible God
• Medal of Honor tribute to Edward Clyde "Ted" Benfold, who sacrificed his life saving fellow soldiers
• Brief reminder that America's founding was deeply influenced by biblical principles

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Jesse Kissel explores the critical connection between spiritual faithfulness and both personal relationships and national prosperity. Examining how luxury and indifference mirror ancient Israel's downfall, he challenges listeners to reconnect with God and recognize the Christian foundations of American governance.

• Making time for God and prioritizing our spouses should be daily commitments
• Philippians 4 teaches contentment, joy, and focusing on what is true and honorable
• Exploring the limited biblical grounds for divorce while acknowledging human relationship complexities
• America's prosperity has led to spiritual indifference similar to what prophet Amos warned against
• Chief Justice Rehnquist documented extensive biblical imagery throughout Washington DC's government buildings
• The First Amendment was designed to prevent denominational favoritism, not remove Christianity from governance
• Medal of Honor tribute to George Greenville Benedict from the Civil War

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We examine how our daily allocation of time reveals our true priorities, challenging listeners to consider whether God and family truly occupy the top positions in their lives. The episode highlights the importance of aligning our actions with our stated values through scripture readings, reflection on American heroes, and practical spiritual guidance.

• Reflecting on how our use of time reveals our true priorities
• Biblical teachings on marriage from 1 Peter 3 emphasizing mutual respect and honor
• Paul's message from Philippians 3 about pressing forward in faith
• Psalm 74's prayer during national crisis and remembering God's covenant promises
• Medal of Honor recipient Stanley Bender's extraordinary courage in WWII
• The concerning trend of honoring celebrities while forgetting true American heroes

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We explore what truly matters in life by examining our priorities and where we place our trust. This episode challenges listeners to evaluate what they're putting before God, Christ, and their spouses in daily life.

• Making time for God through reading scripture and prayer
• The concept of an "eternal bank account" measuring heavenly treasures
• Scripture readings from Philippians, Psalms, and Proverbs
• Trusting in Christ alone rather than denominational affiliations
• Reflections on American unity and the dangers of divided loyalties
• The connection between true patriotism and Christian principles

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Jesse Cope examines how we allocate our time between spiritual devotion, relationships, and entertainment, challenging listeners to consider what their priorities reveal about their faith. Biblical passages from Titus, Philippians, and Psalms provide wisdom on godly living and Christ-like humility while the extraordinary story of Medal of Honor recipient Roy Perez Benavidez exemplifies selfless sacrifice.

• Time priorities as a spiritual ledger revealing our true values
• Marriage wisdom from Titus on living in ways that honor God
• Christ's example of humility and selflessness from Philippians
• Roy Benavidez's heroic rescue mission saving eight soldiers despite severe wounds
• Practical challenges to realign our time with our professed spiritual commitments

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Faith is revealed through our actions, not just our intentions, as how we spend our time demonstrates what we truly value and prioritize in life.

• Making time for God and our spouse shows they are genuine priorities
• Faith and works aren't opposed—salvation comes through Christ alone while our actions reflect our beliefs
• Marriage requires mutual fulfillment and agreement, especially regarding physical intimacy
• Paul's letter to the Philippians demonstrates joy and purpose despite imprisonment
• Church should focus on drawing closer to God rather than entertainment
• The founding generation, including John Adams, dedicated significant time to spiritual growth
• What we give our time to ultimately shapes who we become

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We explore how making the most of every opportunity requires not just gratitude for our blessings, but actively using our God-given talents to their fullest potential. The episode examines what it means to be good stewards of our gifts while also reflecting on American identity and the responsibilities of citizenship.

• Reading from Ephesians 5 highlighting the instruction to "make the most of every opportunity in these evil days"
• Reflection on our responsibility to use talents and blessings as good stewards
• Daily scripture readings from Psalm 69 and Proverbs 24
• Medal of Honor tribute to PFC Leslie Allen Bell Richard who sacrificed his life in Vietnam
• Theodore Roosevelt's 1919 perspective on American identity and assimilation
• Discussion of what it means to be truly American in today's society
• Importance of loyalty to American principles and values

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Our priorities are revealed through how we spend our time and energy, not through what we claim is important. The way we allocate our resources reveals what truly matters to us, especially in our relationship with God and our spouses.

• Making time for God through prayer and reading scripture should be our top priority
• Biblical guidance calls husbands to love sacrificially and wives to respect and honor
• We often create our own problems by placing other activities ahead of these foundational relationships
• Ephesians 4 challenges believers to be renewed in thoughts and attitudes
• Psalm 69 offers comfort to those feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges
• Staff Sergeant David Bellavia's Medal of Honor story demonstrates extraordinary courage and sacrifice
• Simon Greenleaf, former Harvard Law professor, became convinced of the Bible's authenticity through careful study

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We explore the importance of regular spiritual self-examination and biblical literacy as foundations for discernment in a world full of deception. Our daily habits reveal our true priorities, challenging us to align our actions with our professed values of faith and family.

• Taking time for a daily spiritual "audit" of how we spend our time and energy
• Reading scripture daily as protection against deception and cultural manipulation
• Understanding Ephesians 4 on unity in the body of Christ and spiritual maturity
• Speaking truth in love, even when it requires difficult conversations
• Recognizing America's historical purpose as "a city on a hill" pointing to Christ
• Medal of Honor recipient James Bell and his service during the Indian Campaigns
• John Adams' vision for America as a light to other nations

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Finding time for God daily strengthens our relationships with Him and others, especially our marriages. When we neglect prayer and scripture, we experience disconnection and disarray in our spiritual lives.

• Examining our roles as spouses from God's perspective rather than focusing on our partner's shortcomings
• Through Christ and faith in Him, we can approach God boldly and confidently
• Scripture readings from Ephesians 3, Psalm 68, and Proverbs 24 emphasize God's love and presence
• Historical perspective from John and Abigail Adams highlights the importance of biblical principles in leadership
• America's recovery requires returning God, the Bible, and Jesus Christ to the center of our nation, education, and families
• Medal of Honor recipient James Bennett Bell demonstrates perseverance and sacrifice

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